A glimpse into life with my OtterTail Labrador Retrievers. What makes them special through fun times and sad, and how they inspire my OtterTail Lab Art. Labrador Retriever paintings and artwork for dog lovers.

Wednesday, October 10, 2012

Oldest Labrador OtterTail Eponine Rest In Peace

It is with a heavy heart that I say good-bye to my beloved OtterTail Eponine after 15 yrs, 3 1/2 months. She was the last puppy from the last litter I bred. Her passing marks the final end to that period of our lives. I loved raising puppies, it was letting them go to new homes that was the hard part. I fell in love with and got attached to all of them!

Eponine lived 369 days longer than her brother, Marius. Always special friends, now they are together again. She also lived longer than my previous oldest Labrador, Dave. Still it never seems long enough. She walked slowly to the pond for one short final swim on her last day even though she had trotted down only a few days before. That was always her favorite time.

I have so many fond memories. One of my favorite traits of Eponine's was the celebratory "whoo-whoo" she would sing for every joyous event. Little things make a Lab happy. Just the morning biscuit after breakfast was enough to get a song and dance as we headed down the hall to the backyard where they got their biscuits from their first puppy days. I started that when they were young as part of house-training. Everyone goes out after breakfast. I can still see her tossing her head in the air, prancing and giving me that special song. She celebrated every little happiness. May we all be blessed with such a clear view of life.

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About Me

My dogs are my passion and inspire me to create art. My OtterTail Lab Art business was founded in 1988. It has grown and changed in diverse ways over the years and continues to be a wonderful journey. I look forward to more good times painting and sharing the Labrador Retriever spirit while enjoying my happy Labs and helping others in need. I also offer private dog training for a select few and share tips here to help everyone.

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